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Understand Medicare

The Four Parts of Medicare

Medicare is broken into four parts, each covering different services. Knowing what each one does is the first step to choosing the right coverage.

A

Hospital Insurance

Covers inpatient hospital stays, skilled nursing facility care, hospice, and some home health services.

  • Most people pay $0 premium
  • Inpatient care & surgeries
  • Hospice and skilled nursing
B

Medical Insurance

Covers doctor visits, outpatient care, preventive services, lab tests, and durable medical equipment.

  • Monthly premium (set by Medicare)
  • Doctor visits & outpatient care
  • Preventive services & screenings
C

Medicare Advantage

An “all-in-one” alternative to Original Medicare offered by private insurance companies. Often includes Parts A, B, and D.

  • Typically includes prescription coverage
  • May include dental, vision, hearing
  • Network-based plans (HMO, PPO)
D

Prescription Drugs

Covers prescription medications. Available as a stand-alone plan or bundled into a Medicare Advantage plan.

  • Helps lower out-of-pocket drug costs
  • Plans use formularies (drug lists)
  • Late enrollment penalty if delayed
When to Enroll

Medicare Enrollment Periods

Missing the right window can mean delayed coverage and lifelong penalties. Here are the periods you need to know.

Initial Enrollment Period (IEP)

Your 7-month window around your 65th birthday — 3 months before, the month of, and 3 months after. Most people enroll here.

Annual Enrollment Period (AEP)

October 15 – December 7 each year. You can change Medicare Advantage and Part D plans for the following year.

Medicare Advantage OEP

January 1 – March 31. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, you can switch once or return to Original Medicare.

Special Enrollment Period (SEP)

Triggered by qualifying life events — moving, losing employer coverage, etc. We can help you confirm if you qualify.

Medicare Plans

Compare Your Coverage Options

Once you understand the parts of Medicare, the next step is choosing how to get your coverage. Here are the most common paths.

Original Medicare

Parts A & B from the federal government

The traditional “fee-for-service” option. Go to almost any provider that accepts Medicare nationwide, no networks.

  • See any Medicare-accepting provider
  • No referrals required
  • No prescription drug coverage included
  • No out-of-pocket spending limit

Medicare Supplement (Medigap)

Pairs with Original Medicare

Helps pay the out-of-pocket costs Original Medicare doesn't — like deductibles, copays, and coinsurance.

  • Predictable costs and minimal bills
  • Works with any Medicare doctor nationwide
  • Standardized plans (A through N)
  • Stand-alone Part D drug plan needed

Part D — Prescription Drugs

Stand-alone drug coverage

Helps cover prescription medications. Pairs with Original Medicare or a Medicare Supplement plan.

  • Lowers prescription drug costs
  • Each plan has its own formulary
  • Avoids late-enrollment penalty
  • Pharmacies vary by plan network

Special Needs Plans (SNPs)

For people with specific conditions

A type of Medicare Advantage plan tailored to people with chronic conditions, who live in institutions, or who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid.

  • Targeted benefits for your condition
  • Care coordination built in
  • Often includes prescription coverage
  • Eligibility-based enrollment
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